"Devoting a chapter to each deficiency, Kotler first lists the signs and symptoms that indicate whether a company is guilty of this weakness - then proposes key improvements to strengthen your company's practice. Kotler offers proven, actionable responses for putting failing marketing efforts back on track. These aren't quick fixes, but real long-term solutions for long-term problems. Ten Deadly Marketing Sins offers a methodology for building real marketing efforts from top to bottom that get results - and return failing businesses to profitability." "Ten Deadly Marketing Sins is a must-read for marketers who want to remain competitive in an increasingly challenging marketplace. This is an indispensable resource for every company - and every marketer - who wants to develop better products and services, better marketing plans, and better customer relationships."--Jacket.